Saint Joseph, MN Homes for Rent

Saint Joseph, often called St. Joe or Joetown, is a vibrant community on the western border of St. Cloud, Minnesota. Known for its college town atmosphere, it hosts St. John’s University and the College of St. Benedict, which contribute to its lively downtown. The area features a mix of century-old and modern homes, including bungalows, cottages, ranch-style, bi-level, split-level, and New Traditional homes. Downtown Saint Joseph is bustling with eclectic restaurants and shops, such as The Local Blend café, Krewe with its New Orleans-style dishes, Jupiter Moon Ice Cream, and Obbink Distillery. The House Food and Tap offers diverse dining options and craft beers. Shopping includes boutiques, the Minnesota Street Market Food & Art Co-op, and St. Joseph Meat Market, with larger retailers located 5 miles away in St. Cloud. The town is safer than the national average and has numerous green spaces, including Millstream Park and the extensive Abbey Arboretum at St. John’s University, which offers 15 miles of nature trails and lakes for kayaking. The 62-mile Lake Wobegon Trail also runs through town. Saint Joseph hosts popular events like Rocktoberfest and Joetown Rocks, drawing large crowds. Commuting is convenient with County Road 75 and Interstate 94, making downtown St. Cloud a 15-minute drive and Minneapolis about 70 miles away.